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Volume 15, Number 12

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High school referendum

Brochu: The community said ‘do this’ By Olivia L. Lawrence The Berlin Citizen

Board of Education President Gary Brochu admits that March 15 was a long, difficult day for him. But when the day was done, the referendum on the renovate-as-new plan had passed by a decisive margin. That vote means officials can proceed

with the knowledge that the community is behind the project. “In some ways the town is better off,” to have gone through the first referendum (June 2010, which failed) and then to have revisited the issue, Brochu said. Now, instead of a vote that was nearly a toss-up, the project See Community, page 7

Citizen photo by Olivia L. Lawrence

A “thank you” sign in the window is a token of gratitude from the Berlin High School community to the larger community.

Thursday, March 24, 2011

Video success keeps coming for two BHS seniors By Katherine Vandrilla Special to The Citizen Two Berlin High School seniors are getting noticed as videos they’ve made get air time and awards. Kendra Manthey and Austin Nunes have been working on films since sophomore year and have made three public service announcements along with short videos. One PSA routinely airs on television; an anti-smoking announcement entitled “On Top of Old Smoky.” They entered it in a contest as part of the “Tobacco: It’s A Waste” campaign. The PSA will have a two-year run on television as part of their prize for winning the contest. Nunes said that the best part of the experience is that “we have not gone to school for this. We learn from doing.” Their next project is

Director Austin Nunes and PSA star Kendra Manthey. working on a documentary about UpBeat. Their video “How BHS Stays Healthy” won first place in a nationwide contest. A PSA produced

See Success, page 13

Restaurant row lines up on New Britain Road By Olivia L. Lawrence The Berlin Citizen

From fast food to fancier fare, no one goes home hungry after a stop on what could be called Berlin’s restaurant row. No, it’s not on the scale of 46th

Street, New York City’s famed restaurant row. Still, there are eight eateries along a quarter-mile stretch of New Britain Road. These fall into two main clusters, according to Jim Mahoney, director of economic development. There’s fast food such as McDon-

ald’s, Burger King and Dunkin’ Donuts. And then there is destination dining at three independentlyowned establishments: The Baltic featuring Polish food, Portofino’s featuring Italian food, and the No Name Tortilla Grill featuring Southwest-style food.

(Plus there’s Empire Pizza and Happy Garden Chinese, two staples of take-out or informal dinner plans.) The restaurant diversity is “nice to have,” Mahoney said, adding that

See Restaurant, page 9

Citizen photos by Olivia L. Lawrence

No Name Tortilla Grill, 259 New Britain Road, offers patio dining. Portofino’s, 246 New Britain Road is “a fine Italian ristorante”. Owner Zofia Karwowski outside The Baltic, 237 New Britain Road.

The Berlin Citizen — Thursday, March 24, 2011

Briefs

Centerfolds fined

Pagan extradited

Felix Pagan was arraigned at New Britain Superior Court last week on numerous charges stemming from a Dec. 9 home invasion on Simms Road. March 16, Berlin Police Detectives extradited Pagan, 31, from Orlando, Florida to face

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was entered and the case has been continued to March 31. Pagan remains in custody.

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and several town departments agreed not to take any increase this year, he said. Furthermore, on the town side, several unions gave back part or all of their pensions. As to the Board of Education side, last year certified staff didn’t take an increase and this year some of the support division will not receive an increase. “Every single unit will have surrendered part or all of their increase,” Dacey said. Dacey called the approach “shared sacrifice” and said, while there has been some improvement in the economy, still “things are pretty tight.” If you remove “budget drivers” such as increases in health care and fuel costs, there is about a sixth-tenths of a percent increase in the

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This week the Town Council finished the 2011-2012 b u d g e t process and now will send it on to a public hearing next month. Finance committee chair- Dacey man and Town Councilor Robert Dacey said, “It’s looking good” considering some of the factors the town is dealing with at this time. The council was expected to vote on the matter at its March 22 meeting. The public hearing on the budget will be held at McGee Middle School April 12 at 7 p.m. The budget referendum will be held April 26 with voting from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. at all regular polling locations. Dacey spoke to The Citizen in advance of the Town Council meeting. He discussed the

process and the outcome of the budget meetings that have taken place over the past month. Earlier this month, Town Manager Denise McNair proposed a budget with a 6.8 percent or $4,606,844 increase. That included a 3.47 percent increase requested by the Board of Education. But Dacey said, it’s a given that those numbers would be reduced. He expected the final increase to be about half of what was requested. “We tried to get the number down as much as possible and not hurt the town, either with tax increases or impacting services.” After meeting with all town departments, Dacey said “We made substantial cuts.” The process this year had been “very cooperative”

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The Berlin Citizen — Thursday, March 24, 2011

Karwowskis bring Old World charm to new restaurant Russian influences are seen in the menu. Antoni Karwowski said it took about two and a half years to complete the project. The plan originally was to renovate an old nightclub building on the site. But as they learned how much work the building required, they decided to build new and to use the site to build to its capacity. “We wanted to make something better for the Polish community,” he said. The family happened to be visiting Poland as plans for a new restaurant were underway and they were inspired by the place on a number of counts. They visited a centuries old farm in the northeast part of Poland where the family comes from originally. The farm was owned by a Karwowski family and, also on that site, is the mansion built by Pawel Kar-

By Olivia L. Lawrence The Berlin Citizen

It’s hard to ignore the 237 New Britain Road building, home of The Baltic Restaurant, specializing in Polish food. The facility is modeled after a manor in the northeast part of Poland described as the “most magnificent mansion in the region”. That description could be used for the new Baltic, too. “We’ve brought a little bit of Poland here,” said members of the Karwowski family, who own and operate the business. The restaurant has been open at the new location for about nine months. Previously, the family ran a much smaller restaurant on Farmington Avenue and they have been providing Polish fare to the area for 14 years. Polish, German, and

wowski in 1760. The local family doesn’t know if those Karwowskis are a branch of their tree but it is a possibility. The mansion, or manor house, seemed like the perfect design for the family’s new enterprise. The Karwowskis decided to replicate the structure and in doing so have brought an unusual style and elegance to the local restaurant scene. The interior includes a large dining room, ballroom and function room. There is a grand foyer with a massive chandelier, original art by one of the staff, a fireplace, floor to ceiling windows and gleaming floors.

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Restaurant Continued from page 1

these days the trend is to locate eateries in close proximity. This density makes sense as location, traffic levels, plus population contribute to making an area desirable for this kind of enterprise. These three destination restaurants are visible from one location to the next, with Portofino’s directly across the street from The Baltic and The No Name Tortilla Grill next to The Baltic; all in a close triangle. No Name Tortilla Grill owner Ryan Kavarsky said “We all talk to each other a lot. We all three have the same goal. We each bring traffic to the street.” Kavarsky said the three independent restaurants are discussing going in together on a billboard with the message that “there are three great places to eat on New Britain Road.” “We think it is a destination,” Kavarsky said. The restaurant, which has been opened about a year, features indoor and outdoor dining

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sides the main dining room, there are a large and a small function room and a take-out area. At some point, the plan is to expand with a larger function room. Just off the highway, the restaurant area is close to a large New Britain market and it has good proximity to the Rock Cats stadium, so making a night of it for people headed to ballgames makes sense. Kavarsky said he hopes to advertise at the stadium and draw in even more people for a pre-game nosh. A business analysis looks at how many people are within a radius or “how many rooftops”, Mahoney said. With New Britain next door, there’s a population of about 72,000 potential customers to draw from. The city also has the largest Polish population of any city in Connecticut. That bodes well for The Baltic, a Polish restaurant previously located in cramped quarters on Farmington Avenue. This new facility replaces a former “dance club” which was a trouble spot for the neigh-

borhood. The new Baltic includes a ballroom, function room and large dining room, all elegantly appointed. It’s been open for about nine months. “We wanted to do something better for the Polish community,” said Antoni Karwowski, one of the owners. The town has been improving New Britain Road. The area is included in ongoing Streetscape plans. “There were people within walking distance (of restaurants) but no sidewalks,” Mahoney said. A recently installed crosswalk at the Magson building was the first along this section of the road — the next closest was at the intersection with Farmington Avenue. The town would like to see the sidewalks improved further, linking the Berlin side to New Britain across the bridge. Trees have been planted along the street and a “welcome to Berlin” sign will be installed in the near future at the town line. McDonald’s has become a favorite hangout for seniors who live in the area as the restaurant staff works to make this McDonald’s a

parts as well.” For example, the new program of studies that was approved earlier this year. “It’s a very exciting time with a lot of positive changes happening here. We will bring this high school up to this new level and this will open up a lot of doors and opportunities.” Brochu said the public will be kept informed on the progress of the project in much the same way as dispensing information about the McGee Middle School air

quality improvement project has been handled; with a website link to progress reports and other information on the project.

“From the start, we will go about this as transparently as possible so people know what we are doing,” Brochu said.

homey destination. Nearby Prentice Place, and other recently built housing, means more residents have an easy walk or drive to pick up a snack. McDonald’s, Burger King and Dunkin’ Donuts all feature drive-through windows as well as eat-in dining areas.

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merous community groups who use the school. While there is a lot of work ahead, Harnett said all involved are ready to embrace it as “there is the light at the end of tunnel.” The school is on track to be a “phenomenal place,” he said. Along with improvements to the physical plant “we’re working on other

options. In the summer, the No Name brings “cruise nights” to the street on Sunday evenings. Kavarsky said he plans to kick-off this year’s cruise nights May 1. “We hope to have a good turnout. There hasn’t been anything like this in town for a long time.” “Competition never hurts,” said Mike Cecunjanin, Portofino’s owner. “You can only help each other.” Although, he acknowledges, it’s advantageous that the three restaurants all offer different cuisines. Portofino’s offers “upscale family dining,” Cecunjanin said. Plus you can order pizza for the dining room any night exccept Saturday. The family has operated the New Britain Road restaurant for eight years, but has been in the business for 25 years. They have managed restaurants all over the area and so draw a clientele from Rocky Hill, Portland, Cromwell and other towns. Cecunjanin said the family purchased the Berlin facility in 2003 and upgraded the interior with murals, wood paneling and a new bar. Be-

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The Ladies Guild of St. Paul has scheduled a Polish Supper for Saturday, March 26 at 5 p.m. in the St. Paul

School gym. Dinner includes homemade pierogies, golumbki, ham, kielbasa, dessert and coffee. For more information, tickets and cost, call Terry at (860) 828-6667 or Delores at (860) 828-5401.

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The Ladies Guild of St. Paul is scheduled to meet Wednesday, April 6 at 6:30 p.m. The evening includes the Lenten Soup and Bread Supper. A business meeting will follow. All ladies of the parish are welcome. The food pantry item this month is cereal.

Kensington Congregational Kensington Congregational Church has scheduled Lenten Potluck Suppers. Dinner starts at 6 p.m.; program at 7 p.m. Everyone is

encouraged to bring a dish to share. Dessert will be provided. Tuesday, March 29 — The Seeker’s Group will present inspirational poetry and prose. A children’s program will be held downstairs. Tuesday, April 12 — Contemporary Religious Issues. A children’s program will be held downstairs.

manity: Does Religion Cause Hatred?” for Thursday, March 31 at 7 p.m. at First Congregational Church UCC, 830 Corbin Avenue, New Britain. The program is a panel presentation with Dr. Ali A Antar, President of Islamic Association of Greater Hartford, The Right Reverend Doctor John L. Selders, PhD, Pastor Amistad United Church of Christ & Lecturer at Yale Divinity School, and Rabbi Andrea Cohen Kiener, Director of Interreligious & The New Britain Area In- Justice Network. Refreshterfaith Council has sched- ments and discussion follow. uled “The Healing of Hu- For more information, call Kensington Congregational Church at (860) 828-4511.

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Geraldine (Boucher) Walsh, 74, of Kensington, loving wife of John W. Walsh, died March 16, 2011 at a local convalescent home surrounded by her family. Born in Hartford, the daughter of the late Harry and the late Ann (Horan) Boucher, she graduated from Mount St. Joseph Academy, was employed in health care, and was a member of St. Paul Church. A loving wife, mother, and grandmother, in addition to her husband, she is survived by three daughters and sonsin-law, Geraldine and Charles Sweeney of Torrington, Carola and Rick Pesce of New Hartford and Chayne and Thomas Ashe of Torrington; and six grandchildren, Joseph Ouelette, Danielle Fredette, Renrick and Nicola Pesce, and Brea and Kaden Ashe. A Memorial Mass was held March 19, 2011 at St. Paul

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Shirley of 51 years, he was predeceased by a sister, Margaret Murray and a brother, George Anderson. A memorial service was held March 19, 2011 at Kensington Congregational Church. Burial was in Fairview Cemetery, New Britain. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Kensington Congregational Church, 312 Percival Ave., Kensington, CT 06037. Erickson-Hansen Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. Please share a memory of Bob with the family in the on line guest book @ www.ericksonhansen.com.

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Robert R. Anderson, 91, of Kensington, died peacefully on March 15, 2011 at the Hospital of Central CT in New Britain. He was predeceased by his wife of 51 years, Shirley (Capen) Anderson. Born in Hartford, he was the son of the late George and Signe (Olson) Anderson. He grew up in the Elm Hill section of Newington and was a former New Britain resident before moving to Kensington in 1948. He was a U.S. Navy Veteran of World War II. He was formerly employed as the chief mechanic

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The Forever Young Club is scheduled to meet Thursday, April 7 at 6:30 p.m. in Father Carroll Hall, Sacred Heart Church, East Berlin. A short meeting will be followed by pizza and Bingo. Adoration in the Church will be held at 6 p.m. for those who would like to attend prior to the scheduled meeting. The Forever Young Club is collecting jelly and jams for the Berlin Food Pantry. Members interested in participating should bring these items to the meeting.

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To the editor: It really is true that actions speak louder than words. Thank you to all the voters who exercised their constitutional right to vote in last Tuesday’s election in favor of the BHS referendum. Your action was more than just filling in a bubble sheet: it demonstrated your foresight to invest in our town’s future, your approval to improve public education, and most importantly, your faith in our community. In addition I would like to extend a special thanks to Donna Morrelli, Mary Ellen Maloney, Gary Brochu, and John Murphy for their undying commitment and leadership to making this grass-

roots effort so effortless. Lastly, I would like to thank all of the supporters who pitched in when they could, even if it was just for a halfhour to make calls, distribute fliers, talk to neighbors, etc. This collective effort is what makes this work so gratifying. Laurie Hauptfeld Berlin

Marching on To the editor: I will not forget March 15, 2011 for a very, very long time. I have never felt more proud to be a member of this community than when I learned the results of our high school referendum vote. Working for “Yes for BHS” gave me a unique opportunity to learn what grassroots community action is and the power that a group of committed volunteers can leverage. In the end, everyone stepped up, most especially the voters. Thanks also to Betty Tedeschi, Charles Warner, Kate Wall, and all the poll workers who help

with elections. It was an amazing life lesson in how democracy can work. Our work is not done, however. We’ve cleared perhaps the biggest hurdle between us and a high school that can prepare Berlin’s children for whatever career path they pursue. We’ve told our exceptional teachers that we will give them the tools and educational space they need to do their jobs in new and different ways. We’ve allowed our leaders to pursue State reimbursement to offset roughly 30 percent of the bill. We need to stay involved to make sure that as final plans are developed, our ideas are considered. Berlin has its share of challenges, but if you reflect for a moment on the past five years, you might agree with me that something’s changing. Consider this: five years ago, there was no annual Veteran’s Day event filling the McGee auditorium with people young and old to pay tribute to our local veterans, no group called Raising Berlin,

Government Meetings

Thursday, March 24 Public Building Commission, Town Hall Room 8, 7:30 p.m. Monday, March 28 Board of Education, Town Hall, 7 p.m. Monday, April 4 Historic District, Town Hall Room 7, 7 p.m. Tuesday, April 5 Inland/Wetlands Commission, Town Hall Room 8, 7 p.m. Veterans Commission, American Legion Post 68, Porters Pass, 7 p.m.

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The Berlin Citizen Thursday, March 24, 2011 no Christmas luminaries. And no precedent for rejecting our history of band-aid approaches to problems. Congratulations, Berlin — you’ve taken one more graceful step forward. And I, for one, am marching with you. Allyson Schulz Berlin

Term limits To the editor: Regarding the recent poll question “Should Berlin’s elected officials have term limits?”, my message to Washington has been sena-

tors should have two six-year terms and representatives, should have three to six, twoyear terms. Then they should get out and get an honest job. My message for Berlin is to change the charter so the majority party has four votes and the minority party has three votes. Empirical evidence, the last five years, shows the minority party unable to communicate useful ideas. There is very little civility. Charles Vigra Berlin

Reaction to the March 15 referendum (Here’s a sample of readers’ comments from The Citizen’s Facebook page. To find out who wrote them, to read more comments, or join the discussion, find us on Facebook.) - YES!!!!! - I’m delighted. It was so needed — we’d have been in desperate shape had it not passed. - Hello, tax increase! - I think if you have never been in the high school (especially recently) and you’ve never taken a tour, you have no idea. So needed. Let’s make sure they do a good job and spend well, and we can all be proud of our high school again. - So glad to hear that this passed. Kudos to the folks who worked so hard to convince the town it was necessary. - The real congratulations goes to all who took the time to vote today. This is what democracy is all about. Whether you were on the winning or losing side, you still voiced your opinion. Political arguments can be very emotional and exhausting and diminish voter’s enthusiasm over time. It’s nice to see that the Town of Berlin was wellrepresented in today’s vote on this important issue.

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Dear Berlin...thank you Dear Members of the Berlin Community, It is with a great deal of pride and emotion that I say thank you. Thank you for supporting our kids, our school, and our teachers. On Tuesday, March 15 a statement was made that was loud and clear. The people of Berlin love Berlin High School and want the best for the children. I want to thank all of the people who put in the time and the effort to help with phone calls, flyers, tours, and the forum and every other aspect of this project. The Mayor, the Board of Education, the Superintendent, all of the schools, the parent Harnett groups, and the faculties helped in so many different ways. This was a fantastic effort that involved an entire community. A “yes” vote on March 15 was a vote for the future of the school and the community. The improvements made to Berlin High School will have a lasting impact on the education of our students for decades. We took a major step forward in building a school and a program that will be a beacon for the state. A school that people will come to admire and emulate and try to replicate. They might be able to build a similar building but they will never be able to reproduce the heart and the pride that makes up this community. Sincerely, Matthew J. Harnett Principal Berlin High School

Citizen of the Year

CitizenSchools Dean’s list Boston College, Massachusetts — Brian Ford of Berlin. Bryant University, Rhode Island — Jacqueline Polumbo of Kensington. Central Connecticut State University — Kaitlyn Wall of Kensington. Fairfield University — Joel Burgos of Berlin; Benjamin Heslin of Kensington. Iona College, New York — Chelsea Mariano of Berlin. Salve Regina University, Rhode Island — Alison Brochu of East Berlin. Siena College, New York — Cara Riley, Kathryn Hagen of Berlin. Southern Connecticut State University — John Cooper, Juliana Farrington, Carina Hogan, Kyleigh Makowski, Lori Samiotis of Berlin; Amanda Morin, Gabrielle Sobilo of East Berlin; Kaitlin Zarotney, Lindsay Casasanta, Tara Laviana of Kensington. Southern New Hampshire University — Paige Fucello of Kensington. University of Hartford — Paulina N. Nastyn of Berlin. University of Rochester, New York — Justin Roncaioli of Kensington; Pooja Patel of Berlin.

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Mark Lewandowski was recognized as Citizen of the Year 2010, by The Citizen, for his efforts to bring a 9/11 memorial to a small park planned for Farmington Avenue in front of the Kensington Fire Rescue building. Above, Lewandowski accepts a donation for the 9/11 memorial fund from Editor Olivia L. Lawrence. For more information on supporting the project, contact Ed Egarzarian at (860) 402-3093.

for the Department of Motor vehicles, on safe teen driving, was a state finalist and took seventh place out of more than 200 contestants. Another production won an audience choice award at the Connecticut Teen Film festival. Officials at Berlin High School and at the Board of Education recently lauded the students for their work outside the classroom. Manthey and Nunes said inspiration comes from the specific competition which typically provides a theme for the video. Film length is 25 seconds and as little as

Bravos Gabriella Strain, left, grade eight, Jody DiCicco, grade seven, students at McGee Middle School, were presented with the Berlin Bravos award for exemplifying the values of McGee Middle School at a recent Board of Education meeting.

Accolades An interview with Leah Driska of Brookline, Mass. was featured in the October 2QlQIntune, a publication that is sent to friends of the Boston Symphony Orchestra, Pops, and Tanglewood. Driska is a 2004 graduate of Berlin High School, and a 2008 graduate of Wellesley College. Driska is employed as an Editorial Assistant for the Addison -Wesley Higher Education Math division at Pearson Education in Boston. She represented Pearson Education at a math conference in Irvine, Calif. in January and at the recent International Conference on Technology in Math in Denver. Driska is the daughter of Nancy Driska and the granddaughter of Hank and Florence Driska of Berlin.

four days is allowed as the timeframe in which to come up with a finished project. Manthey and Nunes write the script together and create their own props. Manthey said of the process, “no one has creative control. We do bicker a lot, though.” They want the dialogue, in the PSA, to be as natural as possible, while hitting a comedic aspect of the subject matter. When talking about a topic, such as safe teen driving, the audience responds better when there is a witty undertone, they said. Nunes works behind the camera from directing to editing, while Manthey is the star of the videos. Usually a couple of their friends help

out, as well. Since they enter competitions, none of the music can be copyrighted. Nunes’s piano teacher, Jennifer Jeknavorian, writes and records much of the soundtracks. Manthey is looking at Emerson College or DePaul University, where she wants to major in communications and go on to become a lawyer or a publicist. Nunes has applied to Quinnipiac University, where he plans on becoming a director and going into film.

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Wednesday, March 30 â&#x20AC;&#x153;What You Can Do About Your Rheumatoid Arthritisâ&#x20AC;? from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Speaker Dr. Ralph Stocker on staff at Hartford Hospital is scheduled to present an informational program about rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis. Sign up at the Senior Center.

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Health clinics The Berlin Visiting Nurse Association and Central Connecticut Health Center offer monthly health clinics at the Senior Center. The clinics are free of charge and no appointments are necessary. The final clinic for March is blood pressure screening scheduled for Tuesday, March 29 from 12:45 to 1:45 p.m. For more information, call the Berlin VNA at (860) 828-7030.

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Senior meals are provided by CW Resources. Reservations must be made 24 hours in advance by calling Doretha Dixon at (860) 670-8546 between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. A donation is requested. Monday, March 28: Homemade turkey loaf with gravy, mashed potatoes, Brussels sprouts, cranberry sauce, whole wheat bread, fruit square. Tuesday, March 29: Baked macaroni and cheese, ginger carrots, salad, pumpernickel bread, Jell-O. Wednesday, March 30: Roast pork with apple gravy, baked potato, green beans, rye bread, cake. Thursday, March 31: Chicken vegetable soup with crackers, cheeseburger with lettuce and tomato, potato puffs, fresh fruit.

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Second class, first team enters Hall of Fame By Nick Carroll The Berlin Citizen Some 250 people crowded the Crowne Plaza ballroom in Cromwell Sunday for the second annual Berlin High School Athletic Hall of Fame induction banquet. Entering the Hall was former BHS coaches Al Pelligrinelli and Jim Day, and athletes Robert McCann (Class of 1956), Mauro Gozzo (Class of 1984), Rocky Urso (Class of 1987), Ken Pera (Class of 1989), Monica Earley Thompson (Class of 1990), Forrest Conoly (Class of 1991), Dave Swanson (Class of 1991) and Lindsey Pulito Moore (Class of 2000). The 1958 state championship BHS baseball team was welcomed into the Hall as well. One of the big attractions — real big — at the banquet was former football player Forrest Conoly. A mountain of a man, Conoly moved from Florida to Berlin as a sophomore and was quickly embraced by the community. See Hall, page 21

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Entering the Berlin High School Athletic Hall of Fame this year was former BHS coaches Al Pelligrinelli and Jim Day, and athletes Robert McCann, Mauro Gozzo, Rocky Urso, Ken Pera, Monica Earley Thompson, Forrest Conoly, Dave Swanson and Lindsey Pulito Moore. Gozzo is not pictured. The 1958 BHS state championship baseball team was inducted as well. See more Hall of Fame banquet photos on our Facebook page.

Veneziano looks back on memorable hoop season ‘the most unselfish team I ever coached’ By Nick Carroll The Berlin Citizen

Four days after his Berlin High School boys basketball team was knocked out of the CIAC Class L state tournament by Lyman Hall, coach Mike Veneziano shared his thoughts on the season, the seniors, the Red Sea, and what lies ahead for the program: The 2010-2011 Redcoats rolled up a record of 19-6 and advanced to the quarterfinals of the state tournament for the first time since 2006. Things certainly turned out well for Berlin, but back in November, prognosticators didn’t give the Redcoats much of a chance to thrive. After all, the locals didn’t have a lot of

height, and one of their top scorers transferred. Also, two starters had just completed a bruising football season. Veneziano knew what people were saying. “On the first day of practice I told the players to play with a chip on their shoulder, that they had something to prove, not only to themselves but to anyone who doubted them,” the second-year coach said. Berlin did just that. The Redcoats ended their regular season with an eight-game win streak and pushed the streak to nine in the Central Connecticut Conference tournament. They went on to chalk up three more victories in the Class L tournament.

Because of its balanced scoring attack, opponents never knew which Berlin player to key on. Max DeLorenzo averaged 16 points per-game for the Redcoats. Mike Rector was good for 12 points a night. Berlin’s main presence in the paint, Bobby Mozzicato, averaged just over seven points and had a team-high 16 against Lyman Hall. DeLorenzo, Rector and Kevin Stritch each dished out more than 60 assists this season. DeLorenzo led the way with 70. Cleaning up the glass for the Redcoats was DeLorenzo (8 rebounds per-game), Tommy Undercuffler (7.3) and Mozzicato (6.5). DeLorenzo was selected to compete in the CHSCA Senior All-Star

game. “This team was the most unselfish team I have ever coached. They cared about each other and they had each others’ back throughout the season,” said Veneziano, assisted by Joe Serfass, Ryan Ott and John Capodice. “I really believe I had the toughest kids in the state this year.” Berlin’s seniors, DeLorenzo, Rector, Stritch, Darrin Ayotte, Kyle Kureczka, and Dave Balfore, were true leaders who made an impact on their teammates. “What they will leave behind goes much deeper than the 19 wins they were able get,” Veneziano said of the seniors. “These six kids were the

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Thursday, March 24, 2011 — The Berlin Citizen was unbelievable. It looked and sounded like we were Continued from page 18 playing a home game. The best teammates any under- support they gave us was a classmen could have. The un- big factor in our ability to derclassmen are fortunate stay in that game. The coachthat they were able to witness es and players can’t thank these seniors day in and day them enough for all the supout, and how they carried port they gave us throughout themselves on and off the the year.” Veneziano is grateful to court.” the BHS cheerleaders as well. As the Redcoats rolled up an impressive regular season “They not only support us, record and moved on to the but really help get all the fans conference and state tourna- involved in the game,” he ments, Berlin’s rabid student said. After eliminating Berlin cheering section, The Red Sea, was there. “They are the from the Class L fray, Lyman Hall was bounced by Northbest,” Veneziano said. “The turnout for the Ly- west Catholic in the semis. man Hall game (a road game) Northwest went on to lose to

England Cheerleading Championships Saturday in Rhode Island. The Lady Redcoats placed seventh in Division II. Teams were invited to the New England regional based on their placement in their state-level competition. Connecticut, Massachusetts and Maine could enter three teams in each division. Vermont, New Hampshire and Maine could enter two teams per division. The regional wrapped up a very successful competition season for Berlin, which won its fourth straight conference title and had six cheerleaders, seniors Amanda McLeod, Kendra Manthey, Cammy Chrzan, Rebecca Calafiore and Tess McCurdy, and sophomore Quinn McCurdy, nominated to the 10member All-Central Connecticut Conference South team.

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Wednesday, April 13, 6 to 8 p.m. at Berlin High School. The first 50 players and cheerleaders to register receive a free t-shirt. Registration is also available online at www.berlinbears.com. For more information, contact Bears President Bob DeFrancesco at rjdfran@sbcglobal.net.

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The Berlin High School boys swim team wrapped up its 2010-2011 campaign last week. The Redcoats finished 14th with 167.5 points at the CIAC Class M state championship meet, and went on to generate a respectable 34.5 points at the State Open. “It was a tremendous finish to a year of rebuilding,” said BHS coach Eileen Thurston. “We say farewell to 17 seniors and wish them well in their future endeavors. We challenge our returning members to work hard in the off-season, as we will have many key spots to fill next season.” At the Class M diving competition, Berlin’s Josh Paradis placed 10th with a score of 267.15. Leading the Redcoats in swimming events in Class M was Dan Klotz, who earned All-State honors in both the 50 and 100 freestyle. He placed third and set a school record in both events (21.94, 48.11). Klotz also helped the 200 medley relay team set a school record and finish eighth. The foursome’s time of 1:42.74 was more than a second faster than the previous record. Joining Klotz on the 200 medley relay team was Vinny Fischer, Taylor Bosse and Kevin Kozikowski. The medley relay team earned a spot in the State Open, where it finished 18th with a time of 1:43.21. Klotz also competed as an individual at the Open. He swam to an 11th place finish in the 50 (22.02) and was 20th in the 100 (49.18). The Berlin High school cheerleading team competed in the sixth annual New

New London in the Class L title game. Had BHS’s male student population been just two less, the Redcoats would have competed in the Class M tournament, where they would have had fewer landmines to contend with. “I really believe we could have won the Class M tournament this year,” Veneziano said. “We scrimmaged one of the top (Class M) teams and did very well against them. With that said, we proved we could compete with the top L and LL teams throughout the season. The next step for this program is to prove we can do that year in and year out.”

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The Berlin Minutemen competed in the state tournament recently. In the Intermediate Division, J.P. Gorneault lost 20 in the finals of the 54-pound weight class. Christian Fischer lost his second match, 7-6, to finish out of medal contention. Daniel Veleas came up short in the finals, 5-2. Serge Duquette wrestled tough in his two matches, but did not medal in

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sion, Ronnie Watson won one of his three matches, and Laura Cohen lost 2-0 to the top seed at 110. Patterson and Pelletier moved on to the New England championships.

Basketball Third/fourth grade Parks and Recreation Duke 36, Bulls 15: Duke scorers — Sam Capodice (10), Zach Hrubiec (9), Paul

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Knicks 21, Tarheels 15: Knicks scorers — Adam Bilinsky (6), Kevin Dunn (5), Eric Oates (4), Jake Holmes (2), Andrew Brochu (2), Andrew Celella (2). Tarheels scorers — Nick Grant (8), Sebastian Fusco (4), Ryan Terlecky (3). Stags 22, Huskies 20: Stags scorers— Luke Winninger (14), Conner Vogul (6), Aidan Jones (2). Huskies scorers — Holden Murphy (10), Cam Murphy (4), Xander Devoe (4), Jeff Madeia (2).

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All-State pitcher. Mauro Gozzo and Dave Swanson are best known for their work on the mound as well. Gozzo was drafted by the New York Mets and played professionally for 11 years. Swanson was selected by the Mets as well. Gozzo and Swanson also thrived in basketball at BHS. Robert McCann was another multi-sport star. He was a four-year letterman in football, basketball and baseball. This year, for the first time, a full team entered the Hall of Fame — the 1958 Class S state championship baseball team. Several members of that club were on hand for the induction banquet. Ed Giana, a freshman on

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“It was a big learning curve for me, coming from a predominantly black high school, to being one of three or four at the time,” said Conoly. “I was a little bigger, a little darker; but I never felt different. The town welcomed me with open arms. I cherish all the time I had here. I became a better person here. I learned a lot about life.” Conoly went on to win a national football championship at Florida State. He now lives in Georgia. Conoly said his only regret as a player was not being able to bring a state title home for Al Pelligrinelli. “I really wish that we could have won one for him.” Even without a state crown, Pelligrinelli’s coaching resume is formidable. He rolled up 208 wins and 15 conference championships during his nearly 30 years at the helm of the BHS football program. Pelligrinelli is now a member of three Halls of Fame. Being a part of the BHS Hall has special meaning for him, however. “I spent 28 years here. I know so many people, so many athletes, so many good guys,” he said. “Coach P” retired in 2003 and now resides in Florida. “I haven’t shoveled one shovelful of snow or scraped a window in seven years,” he joked. Another BHS coaching legend, Jim Day led the Redcoat wrestlers team to nine state championships and 19 conference titles during his 26 years with the team. New England champions Rocky Urso and Ken Pera competed for Day. Urso and Pera were quality football players as well. Pera accomplished much, individually, on the mat and on the field, but seeing the team thrive brought him the most fulfillment. “That’s what I remember the most; the time spent with teammates, and team successes. Nothing really individual sticks out at all,” said Pera, who learned many life lessons competing for the Redcoats. “High school athletics

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at the level of 10 years ago, Dacey said. “And we have accomplished a lot.” Even with the new high school plan adding to debt, the impact will not be as much as some people are expecting, Dacey said. “People will be reasonably satisfied.” “We’re in a positive situation; the town is growing in a positive way. The passing of the referendum is a positive (development) and we’ll continue to grow.” One item that can’t be put on hold any longer is a re-

quest from the fire departments for a “paid on call” subsidy. “We put it off for a year…this year we have to address it,” Dacey said. The “paid on call” line would be a $120,000 increase. Dacey called the first responders “extreme volunteers” and noted they answer 700 calls each year. “We’re going to do something to reward them for that. We’re one of last towns to do it, most have a paid on call program.” Another need was in the police department; a new position, a support staff to handle new technology. Previously, the department shared a technology position with

the town. Revenue streams took a hit this past year. Of particular concern was the proposed elimination of the Manufacturer’s Machinery and Equipment PILOT (payment in lieu of taxes) payment which had been budgeted at $926,000, was cut to $646,000 in fiscal year 2011 and is completely eliminated for 2012. “That was a heck of a blow,” Dacey said. Other concerns were: the cost of fuel increased by almost $100,000; health insurance costs increased about seven percent or about $160,000; and there

was a pension fund requirement of $150,000. Capital equipment expenditure requests were about the same as it was last year, in total. Dacey said some of these purchases are funded from other sources besides town revenues, some equipment needs are addressed by leasing, and some of the cost is spread out by extending the timeframe for repaying the debt. “We’re talking about $1.3 million in actual improvements with capital items. Every dollar spent here is a plus dollar,” Dacey said.

Safety seat clinic

In celebration of National Public Health Week’s theme of injury prevention, the Berlin Police Department, in conjunction with the Central CT Health District, has scheduled a “Child Safety Seat Clinic” for Tuesday, April 5 at the Berlin Police Station, by appointment only. The car seat clinic allows parents and caregivers to have car seats inspected for safety and proper installation. For more information and to schedule an appointment, contact Officer Bob Canto at (860) 828-7082.

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FORD ESCORT SE 1998 $2,288 30 Day 1,500 MILE WARRANTY BUY HERE - PAY HERE! Down payments as low as $588 Plus tax & reg. (203) 269-1106

MERCEDES-BENZ C Class 2000 Turbo Auto. Leather. Pwr. windows/seats. CD. ABS. New tires. 147k miles. Very good condition. $4200. Call 203 6879296.

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NISSAN Altima 1997 - 4 dr, 4 cyl, good condition. 103,000 miles. Asking $2100. Call (203) 634-4381 NISSAN Sentra 2005 - 4 dr, good condition. Excellent on gas. Asking $6500. Call (203) 235-6120

BUICK CENTURY 2001 Automatic. 4 Door. 6 cyl. Stock#BH716B $5,900

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CHEVROLET MALIBU LS 1999 $3,288 30 Day 1,500 MILE WARRANTY BUY HERE - PAY HERE! Down payments as low as $588 Plus tax & reg. (203) 269-1106

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FORD TAURUS SEL 2001 $3,688 30 Day 1,500 MILE WARRANTY BUY HERE - PAY HERE! Down payments as low as $588 Plus tax & reg. (203) 269-1106

NISSAN SENTRA SE-R 2002 Power windows, locks, sunroof, mirrors, fog lamps, rear spoiler, 4DR, 16” aluminum alloy wheels, CD, cruise, 145K miles, automatic, silver, 170HP. $4,000/OBO. Call 203-430-4174

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CARPENTRY AGC HOME RESTORATION Complete restoration & repair Drywall, tile, painting. New decks & repairs. Finish carpentry. Ins. #577901. 203-687-0097 WATER PROBLEMS - Roof to cellar. Additions, Decks, Garages, Finish bsmt, Window & door re-placement. Repairs of all types. Complete Home Improvement. Free est. 203238-1449 # 578107 www.marceljcharpentier.com

FENCING BICO FENCE - All types of quality fencing & repairs available. Professional installations. 20 years exp. Lic’d & ins’d. 203715-0567. CT Reg# 616240 Cornerstone Fence & Ornamental Gates. All types of fence. Res/Comm. AFA Cert. Ins’d. Call John Uvino 203237-GATE. CT Reg #601060

GUTTERS

BL REMODELING - Interior Remodeling - No job too small 860.919.1627 Lic 0626628 Visit www.blremodeling.com

COMPUTER SERVICES HALLOFGAMING EX-DM Internet, PC Gaming, DDR & Tournaments. FREE 4 Hrs to New Customers All Sun $10. 220 N Colony, Wallingford (203) 793-7712

CONCRETE & CEMENT FOUNDATIONS For additions and garages. Excavating and drainage. Call Stepping Stones 203-631-3181 CT #604493

ELECTRICAL SERVICE T.E.C. Electrical Svc LLC All Phases of Electrical Work 24 hr. Emergency Service

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203-237-2122 EXCAVATING GRADING, Drainage, Foundations, Trucking, Retaining Walls, Pavers, Water/Sewer/Septic. Lic. #1682. Cariati Developers, Inc. 203-238-9846 MC/Visa Accepted

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INCOME TAX

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INCOME TAX PREPARATION CPA-prepared income tax returns. Other financial services available. In Southington for over 30 years. Call 203340-6395. Allen E. Horner, CPA, 216 Belleview Avenue, Southington, CT

JUNK REMOVAL

HANDYPERSONS

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HOME DOCTOR All repairs A-Z Addt’s, kit., baths remod, water dam, seamless gut. Since ‘49. Credit & debit cards accepted. #573358 203-639-8389/715-8850

HARDWOOD FLOORING RC HARDWOOD FLOORS, LLC Install, finish & refinishing. All repairs. Big & Small jobs. Free estimates. HIC. #0612038. Call (203) 723-2175

HEATING & COOLING DON’T Freeze this WINTER! Call Duane Plumbing, heating & cooling. Annual furnace & boiler tune-ups & cleanings. Quality work. Major credit cards. Low rates. 203-3798944 #400335-S1

ADD A CLOSET or remodel a kitchen... whatever your home improvement needs are call JP Wolfe Contracting. (203) 2695175 Est. 1983. CT Reg # 0629780 AGC HOME RESTORATION Complete restoration & repair Drywall, tile, painting. New decks & repairs. Finish carpentry. Ins. #577901. 203-687-0097 DE CA Home Improvement ● Kitchen & Bath ● Flooring, Painting ● Roofing & Siding We provide reliable service. (203) 630-1294 (203) 886-6566 Ins., Free Estimates. CT #624716

LANDSCAPING AND MORE Tree Removal & much more. Shrub & hedge trimming. Give us a call - we do it all! 860-982-5334 or 203-314-8511

Pete In The Pickup Junk Removal & Odd Jobs 203-886-5110

KITCHEN & BATH REMODELING

C&M CONSTRUCTION To ensure a quality job at a fair price. Call 203-630-6459 CT Reg #608488

LANDSCAPING

FOUNDATION waterproofing, crack injection, floor and yard drains. Excavating and drainage. Call Stepping Stones 203-631-3181 CT Reg #604493 W. BOOBER MASONRY 25 yrs exp in all types of masonry. CT Reg # 0626708 Call 203-235-4139

PAINTING/ WALLPAPERING

DE CA LANDSCAPING ● Patios & Decks ● Walkways ● Mulch & Lawn Repairs ● Spring Cleanups We provide reliable service. (203) 630-1294 (203) 886-6566 Ins., Free Estimates. CT #624716

TNS Lanscaping, mowing, Spring cleanup, painting & remodeling. CT Reg #0579320. Call 203-4999114 or 203-886-7047 BILL RUDOLPH LANDSCAPING Paver walkways, retaining walls, drainage, shrub replacement, lawn repairs. Landscape design. Sidewalk renovation. Free Est. Lic #563661 203-237-9577 JT’S LANDSCAPING, LLC Spring clean-ups & all your landscaping needs. Top Quality Work Fully Licensed & insured. 203-213-6528 CT Reg #616311

FREE Gutter cleaning with free roofing estimate. Complete home renovations, all types of roofing & repairs, incl. flat. Ct Reg #572776. Call 4 det. Quality Improvements 203-200-9861 SAMMY ROOFING All type roofing, shingle, torch, rubber. Quality work. Free est. 203-757-8029 or 203-206-4481

Gonzalez Construction

TREE SERVICES HIGHLANDCONTRACTOR.COM Residential/Commerical. CT Reg #621315 (203) 675-8084

O’CONNOR HOME IMPROVEMENT, LLC

C&M CONSTRUCTION To ensure a quality job at a fair price. Call 203-630-6459 CT Reg #608488 ROOFS R US Resid/comm. Repairs also. Windows, Siding, Seamless gutters, we beat any quote. Family owned since ‘49. Member BBB. 203-715-8850 #573358 Credit/ Debit cards accepted.

FIDERIO & SONS Siding, roofing, windows, decks, sunrms, additions. 203-237-0350. CT Reg. #516790 CPI HOME IMPROVEMENT Siding Roofing Windows Remodeling Decks Gutters Addtions Credit Cards Accepted 203-634-6550 CT Reg #577455

SERVICES OFFERED

WATERPROOFING

IF YOU MENTION THIS AD Spring Clean-Ups. Clean Estates, Home, Attic, Bsmnt, Garage, Appliances, Furniture. Free est. 203-535-9817 or 860-575-8218

JIMMY’S MASONRY Stonewalls, steps, patios, chimneys, all types. Lic. & Ins’d. 26 yrs exp. Call for free est. 860-2744893 CT. Reg. #604498

HOUSE Wash/Pressure Washing Deck Restoration & Refinishing Lic, Ins. Certified 203-675-8710 or 860-267-4843 CT #0616406

SANDBLASTING We come to you. Snowplows, trailers, truck bodies, etc. Reasonable prices. Bill Coleman. 203-715-0567. CT Reg# 616240

ROOFING SPRING Specials- Roofing, Siding, Windows. We do it all. ALEX Home Improvement. Free est. 203-631-8810 CT#583177

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Roofing, Siding & Gutters

MASONRY

FOUNDATION crack injections, basement dewatering systems. Transferable warranties. Call (203) 265-4474 CT Reg#603313 www.andersonwaterproofing.net

Siding, roofing, windows, decks, sunrooms, additions.

SNOWPLOWING Residential, commercial. Pricing includes clearing of sidewalks. Lic, insured. 203-605-1890

DON’T Flush money down the drain, call Duane Plumbing, heating. Quality work, low rates Major credit cards accptd. 203379-8944 lic. #283401 P1

ALLEGRO Professional Services, LLC. Res & small Commercial mowing, winter/spring cleanups. Affordable, reliable, insured. 203-687-1347

FIDERIO & SONS

SNOW PLOWING

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CPI HOME IMPROVEMENT Siding Roofing Windows Remodeling Decks Gutters Addtions Credit Cards Accepted 203-634-6550 CT Reg #577455

MEDINA Sewer & Drain Cleaning Services LLC. Quality work at affordable prices. 24hr srv. Benny Medina 203-909-1099

POWER WASHING

Roofing, siding, windows, decks, gutters & remodeling.

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PLUMBING

Gonzalez Construction

203-237-0350

Fully license/insured. CT Reg# 577319

HALLMARK PAINTING & Wallpapering & Pressure Washing. Since 1985. Now booking for Spring & Summer Iinterior & exterior painting & pressure washing. Free estimates. Fully insured. CT REG #0560720. 203-269-3369

SIDING

Roofing, siding, windows, decks, gutters & remodeling.

203-639-0032

The Powerwashing Kings LAWN & GARDEN

ROOFING

★★★★★★★★

STUMP GRINDING Multiple stump discounts. Fully insured. Call Mark at Eagle Stump Grinding 203-704-0821

JM LAWNCARE Lawn mowing, trimming. Commercial & Residential. Call for free est 860-796-8168

JUNK REMOVAL & MORE! We clean Estates, Homes, Attics, Bsmts, Gar, Yard. Appliances ***FREE ESTIMATES*** 203-535-9817 or 860-575-8218

MASONRY

SPRING CLEAN UPS Starting now! NORM THE GARDENER (203) 265-1460

A-1 HANDYMANPLUS CT Reg #606277. Give us a Call - WE DO IT ALL! Free estimates. 203-631-1325

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

Advertise

HOUSE CLEANING

Cornerstone Fence & Ornamental Gates. All types of fence. Res/Comm. AFA Cert. Ins’d. Call John Uvino 203237-GATE. CT Reg #601060

GARY WODATCH LLC Tree Removal, All calls returned Reg #0620397. Quick courteous service. Office 203-235-7723 or Cell 860-558-5430 YARDLEY TREE SERVICE.com Fair, reasonable. Free estimates. Reg. Insured. Firewood Available 203-440-0402 or 860-595-4159 LICENSED ARBORIST with 75ft bucket Safe pruning & removal Winter C/U Specials Reg#562159 #S3365 Precise 203-272-4216

LAVIGNE’S TREE SERVICE IN BUSINESS 30 YRS. Tree removal. Stump grinding. Crane Service. Free Estimates. Fully insured. 203-294-1775 lavignestreeservicellc.com

TUTORING TUTOR CT Cert Teacher, Yale Grad. Grades 7 thru 12, College & adult. Math, Science, SS, Reading, Writing, SAT, GED. Reasonable Rates. 203-772-5344

WINDOW REPLACEMENT REPLACE YOUR OLD WINDOWS Save Money on Heating! Do the entire house or work within your budget by scheduling one room or one window at a time. Call JP Wolfe Contracting (203) 269-5175 for free estimate. CT Reg #0629780

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The Berlin Citizen — Thursday, March 24, 2011 TRUCKS & VANS

SUV’S

PETS & LIVESTOCK HORSE LOVERS - Volunteers needed to brush horses and help out in the barn on Saturdays. Horses for lease also. Call (203) 265-3596

"PLEASE allow my 25+ years of Auto Sales at the Largest Chevrolet Cadillac Store in the northeast Assist you in your needs" Call Patton 203-598-5366

CARS STARTING AT $199 DOWN 24 MONTH 24000 MILES WARRANTY LET US GIVE YOU A FRESH START Tax, Title, Fees Additional Apply Now BChevynow.com 203-910-2360 Danielle

TOYOTA RAV4 Sport 2007 4 WD, Automatic. 4 Door. V6. Stock#5530A $19,995

(203) 235-1686 LABRADOR RETRIEVER PUPS AKC & OFA Registered. Vet certified. Health guaranteed. Parents used in therapy. $800. RedRiverRetrievers.com Sire hunts. Call (860) 681-5402

AUTOMOBILES WANTED VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 2.0T 2006, silver, exc condition, auto/tip-tronic, black leather inter., alloy rims, brand new tires, power windows, locks, seat, exc. traction control, Auto hold option, mp3 player, front/ rear airbags front/ rear side impact air bags, factory transferable warranty good till 2012 or 72,000 miles, car has 60k. mostly, if not all, highway miles. $11,900. Call Doug (860) 209-0468 before 8 p.m.

CLASSIC & ANTIQUES CORVETTES Wanted 1953-1972 Any condigion. Competitive professional. Licensed & Bonded. www.corvettebuyer.com 1-800-850-3656

FURNITURE & APPLIANCES 3 BEAUTIFUL Cabinets 30” wide 18” deep 75” high. 2 nice desks. 1 coffee table in very good condition. Best offer. Call (203) 238-2558 BEAUTIFUL large olive green contempary style couch. 1yrs old. $300. Call 203-464-2855 KING SIZE bed with tempurpedic mattress. Excellent condition, $3500. 203-265-3265 after 5pm. MAPLE Twin bed with mattress and boxspring, $200; 27” cherry console TV, $250; Emerson 10,000 BTU Air conditioner, $175; Brass hanging chandelier, $125. Best offers considered. All in excellent cond. 203-671-0426 REFRIGERATOR, $300; Electric Stove, $250; Dishwasher, $200. Microwave Oven, $100. Call (203) 269-3204 TV Console hutch. Paid $3500. Will sell for $400 or best offer. Call (203) 269-5533

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE CASH And/Or Tax deduction for your vehicle. Call

The Jewish Childrens Fund

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Free Towing! FORD MARK III F150 1996 PICK-UP 8-cyl. AUTOMATIC 4X4 Green GRAY LEATHER Power windows. AM/FM/cassette. ABS brakes. New brakes. Very clean. 134,000 Runs great! MANY EXTRAS. $5,000 860302-1458

JET DRUM SANDER RIDING LESSONS English & Western. Spring Special -

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PETS & LIVESTOCK

SUV’S

Model 10-20 Plus $400 (203) 238-2460 MOTORIZED Phantom Medical Scooter. Good shape - $250. 203-589-7795 OPTELEC Clearview vision aide, magnification 4-50x with 17” JVC screen. Instant focus control, true color mode, positive and negative modes. Built in 16” slide table that moves left to right, north & south. Use it for reading, activities & hobbies. $800. Exc. cond. 203-623-7495

Portable Dust Collector

April Vacation is Coming! “Spring Break with Rap A Pony Farms” Mon.-Thurs., 4/18-4/22 9am-12pm - $150 Call 203-265-3596

TRUCKS & VANS

CHRYSLER PT CRUISER 2005 Convertible, 4 cyl, Automatic 37,176 mi. #9459P $12,588

(203) 235-1667

ATTENTION DOG OWNERS! Dog Obedience classes starting March 28 at Cheshire Park & Rec. Bruce Gianetti & Phil Huntington, Instructors. Call 203-272-2743 9am-4pm. After 6pm call 203-235-4852.

SPRING HORSEBACK RIDING! Rosehaven Stables, LLC/ Meriden www.rosehavenstables.com/ 203-238-1600

VERI KENNELS (Crates), med to large, $10-$30. For Your Paws Only, 477 So Broad St., Meriden. 203-379-0650. meridendoggroomers.com

LAWN & GARDEN

DODGE RAM 1500 2006 BOXER PUPPIES 2 females. 1st shots and deworming. Ready to go. Must see! Call 860-538-9108

Sport Pickup 4x4 Quad Cab, 8 Cyl., Automatic 43,435 mi. #10301B $20,990

(203) 235-1667

DACHSHUND PUPPIES - 5 Westminster Kennel Club. Housebroken & paper trained. $575 each. I’ve been breeding for 37 years. (203) 376-0407

LAWN tractor Mint! Craftsmen elec start, auto trans. 42in bagger. $750. Lawn mower Craftsmen self-pro, elec start, bagger. Exc. $150. Edger Blk & Decker 2-1, elec, $55. 860-628-2319

CONSTRUCTION EQUIP & TOOLS

JET DRUM SANDER Model 10-20 Plus $400 (203) 238-2460

JEEP LIBERTY 2008 4x4 Sport. 6 cylinder, Automatic 41,078 mi. #9514P $17,988

Portable Dust Collector RELIANT Model NN-821 $200 (203) 238-2460

(203) 235-1667 GERMAN SHEPHERD Puppies, Top quality. Working lines. Shots, dewormed, tattoed. AKC reg. $950. Guaranteed. Serious inquiries please. (860) 655-0889

DODGE RAM 2500 2006 Laramie 4x4 Quad Cab, 8 Cyl., Automatic 64,887 mi. #11218A $21,998

(203) 235-1667

FURNITURE & APPLIANCES

AFFORDABLE If you can’t find it in Marketplace, it’s not for sale.

RELIANT Model NN-821 $200 (203) 238-2460 VICTORY 3 Wheel Scooter Red, with batteries & ramp. $1200. Call (203) 235-3691

203-238-3499

ALWAYS Buying, Old, used and antique hand tools. Carpentry, machinist and workbench tools. If you have old or used tools that you are no longer using, call with confidence. Fair & friendly offers made in your home. Please call Cory 860613-1108

DEE’S ANTIQUES Buying Collectibles, Jewelry & Silver. China, Glass, Military, Musical. Anything old & unusual. Single item to an estate.

203-235-8431

Flanders West Apts Southington

Studio & 1 Bedroom Apts Affordable apts for qualified applicants 50 yrs of age or older Small pets accepted Please call 860-621-3954 TTY 711

L & E PROPERTY Management offers Meriden - 1, 2 & 3 BR apts Newly Renovated! Avail. Immed. 203-240-4688 MER 1BR, 2nd fl, hdwd flrs, heat, hot water, elec incld. W. Side, refrig, stove incld. $240/wkly+sec. Call 203-6303823 12pm-8pm MER. FURNISHED apts: Incl Heat, Elec, HW. East Side, 2nd flr Studio, $758/mo+ sec. 1BR, 3rd fl, $845/mo+sec. 12pm-8pm 203630-3823 or Meridenrooms.com

MUSICAL INSTRUMENT & INSTRUCTIONS

MERIDEN -1 ROOM Private Bath. Clean. Stove, fridge. Broad Street. No pets. 2 mos security. Credit check req. $450. Call 203-284-0597

GUITAR/BASS LESSONS At SherStudios All styles & levels for fun or career from 25 year exp’d Hartt grad and recording artist Jamie Sherwood. Call (860) 793-0669 www.jamiesherwood.com

Voice Lessons Beginner to Intermediate De Fiore Vocal & Piano Studio Roberta (203) 630-9295

BOWFLEX Classic Excellent Condition 1 year old $360.00 Aaron 860-681-7632 CANON Gun safe - Black, never used. Holds up to 32 rifles, 30 min, 1200 deg. 60” high 40” wide. 22” deep. Bought brand new. 203-623-7495. Asking $1500 FITNESS Equipment For sale, new and used. Treadmills, Ellitical, Bikes, Free Weights, Multistations. 203-288-0407

BERLIN-1 BR. Heat & HW incl. All appls, Washer & dryer, lg yd, park. $750. 860-828-8114

MERIDEN - Cook Ave. 3BR remodeled 3rd flr. New carpet, new paint, Off-st-parking. Sect 8 approved. $1250/mo + sec. Utils incld. 203-265-4664

2 YEAR SEASONED All Hardwood Cut, split & delivered. 203-623-3527 FUEL Oil tank. Roth DWT. 275 gal. 7 years old. $400. (203) 237-7755

SPORTING GOODS & HEALTH

APARTMENTS FOR RENT

FISHING TACKLE. Local collector looking for old or new rods, reels, lures. Highest prices paid. Call Dave anytime 860-463-4359

All Ages and Levels Welcome

Piano Lessons

HOUSES FOR RENT MERIDEN - 2BR, 1BA, single family home, 2 bay garage. $1200 + utils. Sec & refs. 860793-2278 MERIDEN E. Side. 2BR, 2BA. 1000SF. w/fin bsmt, 1 car gar. No pets/smok. 1st, last rent, sec. $1,300+utils 203-530-0340 WALLINGFORD - 3BR House, 1.5 baths, private parking, private yard. Easy access to highways. $1400 per month + sec. dep. Call 203-265-1278 or 203-668-9024 WALLINGFORD- 8+Rms, 3 BR, 3 fbaths, tri-level, 2 car garage, residential neighborhood. $1875/mo. 203-265-5729

MERIDEN -11 Camp Street 3BR, 3rd flr. $900/mo + security. Fresh paint, new flooring. Utilities not included. Off-street parking. Call 860-209-0646

MERIDEN 1 BR, 2 BR & Studio Starting at $595 per month. Heat & HW incl. Off street parking 203-886-7016

MERIDEN 1 BR, 2 BR & Studio Starting at $595 per month. Heat & HW incl. Off street parking 203-886-7016 MERIDEN 1 BR, 2nd floor. Secure building. Ample parking. Washer/Dryer available. No pets. $725 plus security. (203) 376-1259 MERIDEN 1, 2 & 3 BR. New kitchen & baths. New appls, hdwd flrs, off st parking. Laundry. Private porches, nice views. $645 & up. 203-430-0340 MERIDEN 1, 2, 3 & 4BR. Starting at $500. West Side - Recently Renovated. Off st parking. No pets. Sec, refs. Ask Lisa about our specials. Call 203-935-6612

CONDOMINIUMS FOR RENT

MERIDEN 1023 Old Colony Rd. PISTOL PERMIT CERTIFICATION CLASS Required for CT applicants. $100. Call 203-415-1144

SOUTHINGTON Large 3BR Towhhouse. 1616 sq. ft. C/Air. Full bsmt w/WD hkup. One full and 2 half baths. Utils not incl. Easy access to I 84 & 691. Refs & Sec req. (860) 621-2693

ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES

Appliance Repairs

203-284-8986

1-2 ITEMS Silverware, China, Glass. Furniture. 50’s Items. Whole Estates.

WOOD, FUEL & HEATING EQUIPMENT

Washers, Dryers, Refrigerators and Stoves.

Will Deliver

WANTED TO BUY

Military items. 203-238-3308

YALESVILLE On the Green 2BR, 2 bath. All appliances included. W/D. Gas heat. Exercise Facility, Patio & BBQ Area. No pets. Call 203-464-8066

2 BR Starting at $750. Heat & HW incl. Ask about 1 month free rent. 203-639-8751 MERIDEN 1BR. 2nd Flr. Newly carpeted BR, walk-in kit. $750 incl heat, HW & cooking gas. Parking. Small pet OK. 38 Lincoln St. Call 203-440-4789 MERIDEN 2BR, 3rd Floor. Clean, new. W/D in basement. $800/ Mo + utils. 1month security. Section 8 Approved. No pets. (203) 537-1772 call after 4pm.

Thursday, March 24, 2011 — The Berlin Citizen Looking for the perfect new home for your Mother, Father, Aunt, Friend or Yourself?…….

HOUSES FOR SALE

You Found It! S a g e Po n d P l a c e

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N O W $244,900 Classic in-town 3br 2 full bath cape. Remodeled kitchen and baths, formal DR, hardwood floors, newer windows. Finished lower level. Linda 203-265-5618

H I R I N G

Warehouse FT/PT All Shifts Work behind the scenes

Nestled off the road in a quiet, wooded setting!

Brand New Beautiful 1 Bedroom Apartments in Berlin For Active Adults 55 and better

Only $950 Heat, Hot and Cold Water Included

Classic in-town 3br 2 full bath cape. Remodeled kitchen and baths, formal DR, hardwood floors, newer windows. Finished lower level. Linda 203-265-5618.

MEDICAL ASSOCIATE Busy local practice. Strong computer skills req’d. Billing background a must. $13-14/hr depending on exp. 877-233-3450

JOB FAIR MARCH 23 1PM-5PM

Macy’s offers a competitive salary, and an energized, experienced fulfillment center that processes customer’s orders for macys.com and bloomingdales.com.

Macy’s Discounts

Your budget will go further with a discount - treat yourself, buy a gift for that someone special or family and friends!

Interested?

Apply online at: www.macysJOBS.com. Applicants who complete their on line applications prior to the job fair will be seen first. Or you are welcome to apply at our distribution center at 475 Knotter Drive in Cheshire between 1PM and 4PM Monday through Friday.

1195645

Central air! Intercom system! Fully applianced kitchens On-site laundry! with frost free refrigerator, Library with computer range with self cleaning oven, workstation! dishwasher, garbage disposal! Ample on-site parking! Community room with fireplace Picnic area with grill! and full service kitchen! 24-hr. maintenance! Secure three-story building with elevators!

WALLINGFORD $244,900

MEDICAL CAREERS

MEDICAL RECORDS/ DATA ENTRY: Physician group practice has an opening for full-time chart specialist at Midstate Medical Center. Candidate must be professional, organized, and able to multi-task. Must be articulate, detail-oriented, able to handle sensitive and confidential situations, and have excellent computer skills (proficient in word processing and spreadsheet software). Duties include processing patient information to facilitate in billing process. Conscientious, mature individuals please e-mail resume and salary requirement to:

hr@emp.com Attn: TJ. NO CALLS PLEASE. EOE

Call Now! Applicants must be 18 yrs old, submit to pre-employment drug testing and a criminal background check.

(860) 828-3958 also accepting applications for Affordable Units Income Restriction Apply Merit Properties, Inc. Financed by CHFA APARTMENTS FOR RENT MERIDEN 3 BR Clean, 1st floor. Stove & refrigerator included. WD hookup. Private yard, full basement. Small pets at discretion of landlord. 136 Bunker Ave. $980 per month. Section 8 approved. 203-671-3112 MERIDEN Cook Avenue 1 BR. 1st fl. Renovated. New carpet, new paint. $825 includes heat, hot water and electric. (203) 265-4664 MERIDEN MOVE IN SPECIAL Studios, 1 BR & 2 BR Free Heat & HW incl. ACs. 24 hr maintenance. Sec. guard. Laundry Rm. Off st parking. 203-630-2841 MERIDEN- 2BR 1st Floor Handicap accessible. 16 Hickory Street. $800/mo. Call 646266-3633 or (917) 365-0888 MERIDEN-1BR, quiet bldg. 1st flr. W/D hkup. Newly renovated. Small pets ok. Avail April 1st! $675 + utils. 203-641-8483 MERIDEN-2RM efficiency, 1st flr. $500/mo + sec. 186 Grove St. Call 203-887-4032 MERIDEN-3BR apts. 1st & 3rd flr. Hdwd flrs. $700 & up. No pets. Utils not incld. Section 8 approved. Call 347-446-5793 MERIDEN-3BR, 2nd flr, 77 No. Third St $900/mo + sec. Call 203-238-9239 MERIDEN-3BR, nice size 2nd flr apt, Reduced to $825/mo incl. new refrig., new stove, w/d hookup in unit. No pets, utils or smoking. 1 yr lease, credit chk & refs req. Sec & 1st mo. rent. 203-608-8348 MERIDEN. 1 BR $600. Studio $500. Utilities not included. On bus line, downtown. Call 203982-3042. MOVE IN SPECIAL MERIDEN- 1BR - $750/month. Heat, Hot Water, Electric included. Private balcony. 1 month free rent. Ask for details. Call for info 203-639-4868

Macy’s is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive environment

APARTMENTS FOR RENT WALLINGFORD - 5 rms, 2nd flr apt, private rd, no smoking/pets. $875 + sec. Call (203) 269-1562 after 5pm. WALLINGFORD 1BR, effiency apt, stove & refrig. Utils not incld. Central location. No pets. $730/mo+sec. 203-317-9824 WALLINGFORD 2nd Floor Remodeled. New bath, kit & flrs. 2 BR. WD. Stove, refrig. Fence in yard. Garage extra. $900. Owner/Agent 203-269-7348 WALLINGFORD-1BR apt starting at $750 including heat & HW. No pets. JJ Bennett 203265-7101

CONDOMINIUMS FOR SALE

WALLINGFORD Convenient in town Col w/updated, improved mechanicals, walk-up attic for future expansion, 3BRs, LR, DR and lg eat-in kit, fenced yard w/work shed & more. $184,900. Kathy 203-265-5618

B&N AEROSPACE MFG, Newington:MFG ENGINEER 5yrs exp MasterCam; CNC MILL/LATHE SETUP/OP.; QC INSPECTOR 1st pc-final. Email: Dennis@bntool.com

BUS DRIVERS

CONDOMINIUMS FOR SALE

MYRTLE BEACH, SC

Now Hiring/Training

REDUCED! $79,500

No Experience Necessary

Ground level ranch, 2BR, 2 bath, furnished! 7th fairway is your backyard on Island Green Golf Course. Indoor/outdoor Pool, tennis, large fitness room. Call 203-271-3172

Meadowstone Motel- Off I-91. Sat. TV, furn’d. Daily/Wkly On Bus Line. 203-239-5333

WANTED TO RENT

SO. MERIDEN- Commercial Bldg w/retail exposure & high traffic count. 8600SF w/many amenities Let’s talk! $3900/mo. 860-384-4205

FREE Training

Some Paid Holidays

Apply online at:

www.durham schoolservices.com MERIDEN $118,000 Must see to appreciate this great condo 2nd fl unit. Features pergo fls in LR & office area, ceramic tile in DR & kit w/oak cabs, 2 built-in AC units, heated secure gar w/remote, sec sys. HOA inc: heat & hot water. Call Annemarie 203235-3300

SEEKING 4 or 5 Room House or 1st Fl Apartment. Have section 8. Quiet, clean, with one cat, trained. Call (203) 238-9756

COMMERCIAL & INDUSTRIAL RENTALS

For applicants holding CDL-B with PS Endorsement

Call 203-269-4171

ROOMS FOR RENT

NORTH HAVEN

$ 5 0 0 Sign-On Bonus

Average 20-35 Hrs Per Week Benefits Available

WLFD- NORTHRIDGE Commons, spacious 1 & 2BR units. $725 - $875 & up 203-269-5770

MERIDEN CLEAN SAFE ROOMS Heat, elec, HW incld. E.Side, kit privileges, off-st park. $125/wk. + sec. Call 12-8pm 203-630-3823 or www.Meridenrooms.com

HELP WANTED

MERIDEN Spring Village Phase 2. New 1726 SF. Townhouse w/3BR, 2.5BA, huge LR, 2 car gar, trek deck. Starts at $220,000. Galleria RE Call 203-671-2223.

OUTHINGTON Rte 322. $129,900 SO 2 BR, 1 1/2 bath TH, eat-in kit. Priv deck, lge rms, ready to close. 996 Meriden/Wtby Rd, Unit 1G 860-841-9412 for appt.

or in person at: 990 Northrup Rd, Wallingford, CT 06492

CARPET CLEANING 10 Immediate Openings $500+ per week. 203-759-1392

CHIEF STOCKPERSON Seeking highly qualified candidate to supervise the stockroom activities for a municipal electric utility including the utility’s perpertual and realtime material inventories and stock records. The position requires a H.S. diploma or equivalent and 3 years experience in storekeeping, materials management or inventory control. Wages: $28.84 to $31.79 per hour plus an excellent fringe benefit package. Apply:

Personnel Department Town of Wallingford 45 South Main Street Wallingford, CT 06492 The closing date will be that date the 75th application for/resume is received, or March 30, 2011 whichever occurs first. EOE.

DRIVER/ SCHOOL BUS

BUSINESS & INVESTMENT PROP. MERIDEN Great investment opportunity! “SUNSET MANOR” 4 condominiums: 1 colonial house plus 3 tri-level townhouses. Beautiful shared back yard/ priv front yards. 3 BRs, 2 baths & 2 car gar each. Wonderful income. Package price $525,000 neg. ALL-STAR R.E. 203-9521122 OR 203-358-0100 x12

HELP WANTED

See the great selection of used cars in Marketplace.

Drivers needed for school bus routes. $300 Sign-on Bonus for CDL licensed School Bus Drivers with proper endorsements payable after 3 months of employment. This sign-on bonus is eligible for applicants that apply between 3/21/20114/1/2011. Non CDL welcome to apply and we will provide the training. Good starting pay. Apply in person @ 157 Sandbank Road, Cheshire or call 203-699-8877 for more information. AA/EOE

HELP WANTED

KENNEL ASSISTANT & Part Time Receptionist (2 Positions) Apply in person at: Yalesville Veterinary Hospital, 322 Church St, Yalesville. Ask for Linda. OFFICE HELP NEEDED - Full time position for 6 months only. Must have knowledge of QuickBooks & administrative duties. Call 860-829-8881

RECOVERY DRIVER The Record-Journal is looking for a part time Circulation Recovery Driver to join our team. Candidates must be available in the early morning hours including weekends. Requirements include reliable transportation to use for deliveries, ability to read and follow a map, ability to lift newspaper bundles weighing up to 25 lbs. If interested please apply in person between the hours of 8:30am and 4:30pm to: Record-Journal 11 Crown Street Meriden, CT 06450 ROOFER. Min 2 yrs flat roofing experience and have own transportation. Call 860-3493709 TELEPHONE SALES-Non-profit organization has evening shifts 5:30-8:30 & Sat 10-1. Available for residential calling to sponsor education & community service events year-around. Salary + bonus. 203-269-9071 TRUCK DRIVER - CDL B Part time for local forklift delivery. Light mechanic & spray paint ability helpful. 860-666-4884 WAREHOUSE Employee Needed to work 3-5 hours a day in Auto Parts Warehouse. Basic automotive knowledge and computer skills necessary. Call 860-301-2330. Leave Message.

The Berlin Citizen — Thursday, March 24, 2011

JOB LOT

Ocean State SPECTRACIDE®

Once & Done®

Hand Crafted Walking Sticks

#1 Rose Bushes

Season Long Grub Stop

Not available in NY

Pagoda

10’x12’* Gazebo

Comp. $60

Comp. $300

Comp. $374

200

Famous Ladies Mall Store

JUST ARRIVED!

Tops, Shorts, Capris & Pants

240

Comp. $15 & more!

Matching Rocking Chair......$70 Wicker Chair Cushions..............$12 Wicker Settee Cushion...............$20

Comp. $89

Comp. $165

Outer Banks®

Comp. $44

Solids, stripes, tipped collars

115

Hampton® Outdoor Patio Light

All steel powder coat frame, all weather polyester top

Comp. $150

Stainless steel or copper finish

•36’ total length •Includes remote control

Moon Rays® Crackle Glass Garden Stake Changes color automatically

Comp. $20-$25

24 Steel Tine Spring Braced Rake

•From 18” to 24” high •3 to choose from •Amber beacon automatically turns on at dusk

Moon Rays® Solar Post Top Lights

Color changing LED

•Fits standard 4”x4” fence post

Summer Flowering Bulbs

Comp. $12.97

Comp. $20

Gladiolus, Dhalia, Canna, Caladium & more

Comp. $15

7 $ 6 $ 2

Your Choice

Paper Lawn & Leaf Bag

9 tine hand held flat rake....$2

8” poly head rake..........$3

7-22” adjustable fine steel rake...$5

60” Arc

Couch style 21”x17”x6”

Pooch Planet Beds

8”-15” $7- $17

Comp. $15 Deep Square 19”x7”

Your Choice:

40” Pet Bed Heavyweight fabric

Comp. $40

Comp. $8 - $10

336,000 Points of Yarn Per Square Meter

4999

Men’s & women’s selections varies by store

Black Oil Sunflower Seed

50 lbs,

Signature Blend

40 lbs or Nyjer Seed 25 lbs

Your Choice:

Scotts

2 Cu. Ft. Moisture Guard™ Potting Soil

Melamine Dinnerware!

Choose from a variety of styles and colors!

Plates 8” to 14” Round........ 65¢-$1.99 16” to 18” Oval.......$1.99-$2.49 Bowls 7” to 12” ............... 60¢-$1.99

7”-22” $15- $26

14” Chip & Dip.......................$1.99 Asst. Sizes Serving Trays........ $1.50-$3.49

8”-14” $5- $14 Your Choice:

5 Lb Memory Foam Mattress

2'x7'3”

Famous Maker Women’s Lowcut Socks

Memory Foam Toppers

3'3”x5'2’

6 pack Comp. $14-$20

TWIN - 38"x75" ...................... 95 $ FULL - 53"x75" .................... 125 $ QUEEN - 60"x80" .............. 150 $ KING - 76"x80" .................. 180 $

5'3”x7'3”

4 lb. Memor y Foam 2 1⁄2” Thick

LOOK FOR MANAGER’S UNADVERTISED SPECIALS IN ALL OUR STORES EVERY WEEK!

Full .............Comp. $80 Queen .......Comp. $90 King .........Comp. $100

TWIN.................$225 FULL...................$350 QUEEN..............$450 KING.................$500

Made in Turkey

All 500 Thread Count Egyptian Sateen Sheet Sets

2'x4'

15 25 $ 25 $ 50

Comp. $120

$ We now accept Cash Benefit EBT Cards

VISIT OUR WEBSITE AT WWW.OCEANSTATEJOBLOT.COM FOR STORE LOCATIONS, MONEY SAVING COUPONS & COMING ATTRACTIONS!!

1191625

3 Pk Readers

9”-16” $8- $22

Features a built-in 2 way radio with 18 mile range & 14 channels. Low neckline, full motion back & large armholes for ease of movement

Genoa Collection Area Rugs

ColemanTM

42 Gal. 20 Ct.

Asst. varies by store

Comp. $190

Comp. $160

Mini Umbrella Our Reg. $3

Comp. $150

Heavy Duty Trash Bags

16qt. Soilite Premium Potting Soil

90 100 $

40¢

Golf Umbrella

70 80

Comp. $130

E. Fits 20’-22’ L Beam width of 106”

D. Fits 17’-19’ L Beam width of 102”

*Mfg. Suggested Retails

5 Pack....

8 Lbs Country Farms Potting Soil

Umbrellas Automatic Opening Windproof Umbrella Comp. $20

C. Fits 16’-18.5’ L Beam width of 98”

* 10 40% OFF

Comfort grip foam handle

B. Fits 14’-16’L Beam width of 90”

24” Poly Lawn & Leaf Rake

Tulip Garden Stake

• Heavy duty 300D polyester oxford material • Reinforced bow • Double-stitched seams with rot and mildew proof thread • Dual air vents reduce moisture build-up • Includes: 4 side straps, 3 bow & stern straps, 2 cam buckles, storage bag, & instruction sheet

2011 Flower & Vegetable Seeds

Plant Bed & Shrub Rakes

Comp. $120

Trailerable Boat Covers

Transmit® Life Jackets

Controls dandelions and broadleaf weeds. Covers 5000 sq. ft.

10 lbs.............$18

Comfort grip foam handle

Comp. $40-$60

A. Fits 14’-16’ L Beam width of 75”

Weed & Feed Fertilizer

Grass Seed

550

Landscaper Sun & Shade Blend 15 lbs

Comp. $8 ea.

Moon Rays® Solar Lighthouse

3 lbs

Available in most stores

3/$

Comp. $60

Sun & Shade Grass Seed

Available in most stores

Canadian Sphagnum Peat Moss 2.2 Cu. Ft

3 Solar Pathway Lights 8 Piece Solar Umbrella Lights

1cu. ft.

Westinghouse®

40lbs. Pelletized Lawn & Garden Lime

For lawn repair or overseeding

Available in most stores

SAVE Up to 50%

SCOTTS®

Turf Builder® Lawn Soil

100% Canadian Cedar Available in most stores

Comp: $8 & more

2 cu. ft.

Comp. $200

•Sueded Jersey •Size S - 2XL

Red Landscape Mulch -

• 7’ tall • All weather construction • X Long 13’ power cord

6 Can Boat Cooler Comp. $15

Men’s Henley Top

Comp: $30-$60

Men’s Golf Shirts

100% Cotton Twill

10’ Offset Umbrella

Men’s Cargo Shorts

Large Boat Tote Comp. $32

Comp. $6

with Seat & Storage Compartment •Store cushions, yard gear & pool supplies •Rust proof construction

Comp. $15

Heavyweight, 100% cotton

Comp. $12 & more!

127 Gallon Deck Box

with hard liner

Men’s Pocket Ts

Skimmers & bermuda length

Comp. $15 - $28

12 Can Cooler

Fruit of the Loom®

Ladies Knit Bottoms

• T-shirts, tanks, shorts • Lots of moisture management styles!

Comp. $28

Famous Maker Ladies Performance Wear

Lunch Tote

3 fashion prints

5 10

Insulated Totes

Comp. $24

Multi-Correction Cleanser 5oz....$7

• Garment dyed • Great colors! • 100% cotton, S - XL

Solids & prints

Comp. $30 - $50

Zero Gravity Multi-Position Recliner

360 o rotation

Pants, Capris & Shorts

Tops

Eye Cream .5oz, Daily Moisturizer 1.3oz SPF30, Contouring Eye Roller .5oz, Night Cream 1.7oz, or Serum 1.3oz

Ladies Sheeting Capris

Ladies Henley T Shirts

Quality Clothes inspired by the Outdoors!

• All weather resin wicker • Rust resistant steel frames • Cushions sold separately

Complete Lift

160

• Decorative bamboo design • Vented double roof Includes: Zippered mosquito netting

Deluxe 4 Pc Resin Wicker Set

Comp. $24

10’x10’ Gazebo

• Rust resistant steel frame • Trellis design • Double roof construction • Includes mosquito netting

Selection varies by store; Fits most patio furniture

1 60 Grove

Regency

Chaise Lounge

Comp. $249

130

Save $10 on Roc Skincare!

* Measured from eave to eave

Chair........................

Nantucket

10’x10’* Gazebo

Comp. $200

Comp. $40

Wicker Furniture Cushions:

STORE HOURS! Mon-Sat 8am-9pm; Sun 9am-8pm Sale Dates: Thurs. March 24 - March 30, 2011

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• Rust resistant steel frame • Matching leg skirts * Measured from eave to eave

Hi-back Chair

12 Love Seat .............. 20

Comp. $10

13’x13’* Gazebo

All-Weather Outdoor Cushions

Core Balance Wristband

Asst. styles

Comp. $29-$39

Treats 5,000 sq ft

We accept AMERIC AN EXPRES S® CARD S